POLICE are warning people of a "sleight of hand" theft after an incident in Flintshire.

North Wales Police has said yesterday (Tuesday, August 16), an incident occurred at Mold cattle market whereby a man was approached by another asking if he had a £5 note in exchange for £5 coins. 

As the man got his wallet out to make the exchange, the suspect asks for directions to the post office. Whilst the victim gives directions, the suspect has taken all of the cash out of the man's wallet, rather than just £5.

This was not realised until the man opened his wallet later in the day.

A North Wales Police spokesperson said: "Please be wary of this scam, which happens particularly in busy places where people can become easily distracted."

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